Rising star model Jeremy Ruehlemann has died aged 27 as tributes pour in for the "beautiful man that gave so much love".
Designer Christian Siriano led the tributes to the upcoming New Jersey model, calling him "one of my muses".
Sharing a carousel of Jeremy's images with his 2million followers on Instagram, Christian called Jeremy a "beautiful soul".
Jeremy was quickly becoming a well-known name, modelling for major brands such as Macy's, Zara, Superdry, John Varvatos, Joseph Abboud and Nick Graham.
"I have never posted anything like this but to lose a friend who was such a beautiful soul is just really hard," he wrote. "This is for Jeremy, the most beautiful man that gave so much love to everyone he met no matter what."
Christian added: "He was one of my muses and he always will be. He inspired me and I will love him forever. I’m sending all my love to his family and friends who lost someone so special.
"I know we will meet again one day but right now I just want to hug him. Rest well J we all love you so much! Send love to his family today please."
Jeremy had not only worked with household names such as Superdry and Perry Ellis, he had also featured in huge magazines including GQ and Playhaus.
Confirming his tragic death, model manager Jason Kanner with Soul Artist Management said: "It is with great sadness and a heavy heart that I let you all know that Jeremy Ruehlemann has passed away.
"Jeremy was authentically himself. Salt of the earth. There was just something about him that made you root for him. His excitement over a big booking his optimism when something didn’t work out.
"When you spoke to him he listened with his eyes and ears. He truly was and will always be one of a kind. Jeremy you will be missed. You will hold a spot in my heart and with your Soul Fam you loved so much.
"Please keep Jeremy’s family in your prayers . May God cover Jeremy and his family with protection and prayer . I will miss you Jeremy. Rest in Peace Sir."
Showbiz makeup artist Hung Vanngo said he was "heartbroken" by the news, adding: "He made such a large impact on everyone he met.
"In this industry you meet a lot of people, but he was one of those people that even if you met him once he would have a part of your heart forever."
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